Electrical Distribution Project Manager/Team Lead

HDR, Inc.; Fort Wayne, Omaha (IN, NE); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Project Manager with extensive experience in distribution design and project management. This role involves leading distribution projects from inception to completion while ensuring adherence to quality and budget standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong client management and business development skills, along with a commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and innovation, and play a key role in shaping the future of power delivery projects. If you are passionate about engineering and leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of distribution design experience with strong client management skills.
• Proven ability to manage staff and projects in an engineering consulting environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage distribution projects ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Mentor and supervise project teams while engaging with clients.

Skills

Client Management

Business Development

Project Management

Leadership

Distribution Design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CYM

ETAP

Milsoft

PLS-CADD

MicroStation

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

1. Manage and lead distribution projects throughout the entire project life cycle, including scope and proposal development, project team development, project execution, and closeout, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
2. Mentor, supervise, and coordinate with Project Engineers, EITs, Designers, CADD Technicians, and administrative staff.
3. Engage with utility and developer clients to maintain strong relationships.
4. Lead QA/QC processes in accordance with HDR's Quality Management Systems to ensure world-class quality.
5. Oversee non-engineering project components such as public involvement, environmental permitting, right of way acquisition, and construction management.
6. Build and supervise a local distribution team, overseeing workload, quality, morale, and conducting performance reviews.
7. Leverage company resources to deliver high-quality services.
8. Manage client relationships, project execution, and staff supervision.
9. Coordinate with Talent Acquisition and leadership for hiring and team growth.
10. Support business development activities with existing and potential clients.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of distribution design experience.
• Strong client management, marketing, and business development skills, with existing relationships in power delivery.
• PE license in relevant engineering field.
• Experience managing staff, clients, contracts, and hiring in an engineering consulting environment.
• Proven ability to work cooperatively with diverse teams and management levels.
• Commitment to quality and HDR values.
• PMP certification.
• Experience acting as client or project manager for select clients.
• Experience with data center and renewable energy projects.
• Ability to develop technical papers or presentations for industry conferences.
• Experience estimating costs and developing Bills of Materials (BOM).
• Proficiency with electrical and planning analysis software such as CYM, ETAP, or Milsoft.
• Experience with pole loading analysis tools like PLS-CADD, O-calc, SpidaCalc, or Pole Foreman.
• Proficiency in electrical distribution design software including PLS-CADD, MicroStation, AutoCAD, or ArcGIS.
• Experience with designing for residential, commercial, and industrial projects, including reliability and grid modernization initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Proficiency with MS Office and MS Project; Access experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Active participation in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Our Values and Commitment

HDR emphasizes building a collaborative culture rooted in trust, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our Employee Network Groups foster a sense of belonging and support diverse perspectives, ensuring an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Additional Details

• Location: Omaha, Nebraska, United States
• Industry: Power
• Schedule: Full-time
• Status: Regular employee
• Posting Date: Mar 6, 2025